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Also known as: Animal Control Supervisor, Animal Cruelty Investigation Supervisor, Captain of Guards, Dog License Officer Supervisor
You arrive at the control center of a corporate campus in Dallas, Texas, just before 6 AM. The night shift supervisor briefs you, detailing overnight events—mostly quiet, a few false alarms. You check the digital log on the **Genetec Security Center** console, scanning camera feeds. You then review the morning's schedule on **When I Work**, ensuring all posts are covered for your team of twelve security officers before they clock in.
+1.9%
US average: +3.5%
1,700
per year (US)
21,600
in 2025 → 22,000 (2035)
High school diploma or equivalent
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook.
This career has a stable outlook, with about 1,700 job openings projected annually and employment expected to grow by 1.9% through 2035. Supervisors typically earn a median annual wage of $76,400, often advancing from roles in protective services with an Associate's Degree, and can move into management positions like Security Manager.
Career ladder
Often before this role
Where it can lead
$76,400
Median annual wage, BLS 2025
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum educational requirement for this position
Based on job level & field
Protective Services Operations
Bachelor • Law & Public Administration • 4 years
Policing
Bachelor • Law & Public Administration • 4 years
Corrections Administration
Bachelor • Law & Public Administration • 4 years
Critical Incident Response/Special Police Operations
Bachelor • Law & Public Administration • 4 years
Securities Services Administration/Management
Bachelor • Law & Public Administration • 4 years
Police Academy
Vocational • Law & Public Administration • 1 year